Description
The City of Long Beach is seeking a qualified organization to provide youth services to justice-involved individuals aged 15-24 with mental health and/or substance use issues. The program should include case management, mentorship, mental health and substance use treatment, education and employment services, and other supportive services. The awarded organization will be required to subcontract 30% of the total funds to small community-based organizations to provide additional supportive services. The contract will be for a period of up to three years with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods, with a funding amount of up to $500,000.
• The program should serve at least 50 youth per year.
• The program should provide individualized case plans for 100% of enrolled youth.
• The program should provide at least 50% of enrolled youth with consistent access to safe spaces and supportive environments.
• The program should connect at least 50% of enrolled youth to education pathways.
• The program should provide job readiness training, internships, or certifications to at least 50% of enrolled youth.
• The program should offer transportation, resume assistance, and professional skill-building workshops to at least 75% of enrolled youth.
• The program should offer at least 2 structured extracurricular activities per month.
• The program should engage at least 25% of enrolled youth in leadership roles.
• The program should facilitate restorative justice circles for at least 75% of enrolled youth.